Cynthia Olivera, a Canadian-born woman who has lived in the U.S. for 35 years, was detained by ICE following a green card interview. Despite having a work permit and no criminal record, Olivera was taken into custody and has been held for twenty days. Her husband, a U.S. citizen who voted for Donald Trump, is now struggling to arrange her deportation to Canada. Both are frustrated by the situation and are seeking to have her deported to Canada. ICE has not responded to inquiries about her case or when she will be deported.
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A recent Marist poll reveals that a majority of Americans believe Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has overstepped its boundaries in implementing President Trump’s immigration policies. Specifically, 54% of respondents felt ICE had gone too far, while 26% felt actions were “about right,” and 18% thought ICE had not gone far enough. The poll also showed significant partisan divides on deportation preferences for immigrants with and without criminal records, and on the deportation of immigrants working in specific industries. In response to industry concerns, Trump has discussed a potential “temporary pass” system for undocumented workers in the agricultural and hospitality sectors.
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A Honduran mother and her two children, who filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s courthouse arrest policy, have been released from detention. The family, identified as “Ms. Z” and her children, were arrested after an immigration court hearing in Los Angeles despite having entered the U.S. legally. The family’s lawyers stated the arrest violated the Fourth and Fifth Amendments. While the lawsuit is still pending, the family was released and plans to return to their lives after seeking asylum.
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Following the House’s approval of President Trump’s budget, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez expressed concerns about the implications of the “Big Beautiful Bill.” She warned the bill’s allocation of $170 billion, including significant increases for ICE, could create a system larger than the FBI and other agencies. Additionally, she noted that the bill is setting the stage for increased detentions and disappearances, foreshadowing a worsening situation. Trump, however, celebrated the bill as the “biggest tax cuts in our country’s history.”
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Despite widespread negative polling data and criticisms, Donald Trump maintained that his spending bill, which adds trillions to the national debt, is highly popular due to its tax cuts. He dismissed the negative poll numbers as partisan, even though numerous reputable polls showed poor approval ratings. The bill has faced significant criticism, including from former ally Elon Musk, who called it an “abomination.” In response to Musk’s criticisms, Trump threatened actions against Musk’s companies, potentially involving the Department of Government Efficiency, and hinted at the possibility of his deportation.
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US military says 200 Marines being sent to support ICE in Florida.
Wow, the news that 200 Marines are being deployed to support ICE in Florida is definitely stirring up a lot of strong reactions. It’s hard to ignore the immediate questions that come to mind: Why? What exactly is the role they’ll be playing? And perhaps most importantly, what are the implications of blurring the lines between the military and civilian law enforcement? The initial reaction seems to be a mix of disbelief, concern, and outright anger. It’s understandable, really.
Their roles will focus on administrative and logistical tasks.
It’s important to note that, officially, these Marines are being assigned to administrative and logistical tasks.… Continue reading
The Trump administration has weaponized ICE, utilizing aggressive tactics and promoting mass deportations while simultaneously discouraging any accountability for the agency’s actions. Efforts to monitor ICE, like the ICEBlock app, are met with condemnation and accusations of endangering officers, despite the fact that information about ICE is already public. The administration falsely portrays ICE officers as victims to justify their operations, which frequently target immigrants, including those without criminal records. This framing ignores the real danger faced by immigrants, as evidenced by the deaths occurring in ICE custody and along the border, while simultaneously protecting ICE agents from individual responsibility for their actions.
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The controversial bill making its way through Congress is highly unpopular due to its potential to add trillions to the national debt and significantly cut Medicaid, potentially leading to 17 million people losing health insurance. Despite these negative impacts, the bill prioritizes increased funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and offers tax breaks for the wealthy. The Vice President defended the bill by arguing that the ICE funding and immigration enforcement provisions are more important than concerns about Medicaid cuts and other details, sparking criticism from Democrats who see the bill as harmful to working-class people.
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A recent poll reveals that over half of Americans believe Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has become too aggressive in its pursuit of arresting migrants. This sentiment is particularly strong among Democrats, while nearly half of Republicans believe ICE’s actions are appropriate. Furthermore, the poll highlights that a majority of Americans support deporting migrants with violent crime convictions, yet ICE is arresting more non-criminals than ever before. The poll also indicates a widespread belief that the U.S. president should adhere to federal court rulings, irrespective of personal opinion on the matter.
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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the ICEBlock app, which alerts users to ICE agent sightings, warning its creator of potential repercussions. Bondi asserted the app jeopardizes law enforcement by broadcasting their locations, potentially leading to harm or injury. The app’s creator, Joshua Aaron, stated that the app was created to fight against the Trump administration’s deportations. The app includes a disclaimer that explicitly prohibits interference with ICE operations or incitement of violence.
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